This week we're welcoming Deanna McDonald to #EnvisionRadio! Deanna is the Founder of RN HEARTwork, LLC. We'll chat about her role as a community health worker, health equity for underserved communities, her faith during difficult times, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Markiana and Price chat with Carrington Epperson, owner of Chanterelle Cafe, to talk about her passion for vegan and allergy-friendly baking, her newsletter Nurturing Wind, living in the countryside, and more. She brought some of her vegan chocolate chip cookies for us to try, and we can confirm: 1,000/10.…

Markiana and Price sit down with Doreen and Lisa of the Birth Sisters of Charlottesville. They'll chat about their diverse backgrounds and skills that lead them to their current journey, their approaches to supporting women during childbirth, how they address disparities in maternal health, and more.…

This week Marki and Price chat with Kisha Bwenge of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, where she is helping to better understand and meet the needs of organizations in our region. They'll also discuss her involvement in the Catchafire Program, being an Equity & Feedback Fellow, some of her hobbies including hosting a cookbook club and r…

This week Markiana and Price welcome Charlottesville Fire Department Battalion Chief Lance Blakey to the studio to discuss being the first African American Battalion Chief in the department's history, why he pursued a career in the fire service, how involvement in community programs like Stop-The-Bleed training and Girls Fire Camp, and more.…

Markiana and Price sit down with Stacy Rush, owner of Plumm's Place Catering and Gullah Kitchen, to chat about growing up cooking, switching careers, the inspiration behind her Low Country and soulful infusion recipes, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ty'Leik Chambers of Monticello and the NAACP Virginia State Conference joins Marki and Price to chat about advocating for civil and social justice, his involvement in the #CancelStudentLoanDebt initiative, his professional work at Monticello, what he does with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and more.…

This week Marki and Price welcome Dr. Tamika L. Carey, Associate Professor at UVA and published author of Rhetorical Healing: The Reeducation of Contemporary Black Womanhood! They'll chat about her award-winning interdisciplinary work in African American Rhetorics, Black Women’s Writing and Intellectual Histories, her thoughts on the media portraya…

Marki and Price chat with Lauren Harris of Center for Nonprofit Excellence about her educational journey and career path, her passions for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity, how she is committed to making a meaningful impact, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Nadirah Muhammad of Story House Real Estate tells Marki and Price about how she contributes to her local community including serving on several local organizations and boards, her career in marketing, her hopes for seeing the vibrancy of Charlottesville continue to thrive, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Dr. Alvin Edwards of Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church chats with Marki and Price about his time as Mayor of the City of Charlottesville, being on many community boards (including the Charlottesville School Board, Charlottesville Redevelopment Housing Authority, Charlottesville/Albemarle Boys and Girls Club, and more), his hopes for continuing …

Nulia Obiorah and Willa Simmons, the United Way of Greater Charlottesville summer interns through Bank of America's Student Leaders program, join Marki and Price to chat about their experience with the program, future goals, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Marki and price welcome John Thompson, a dedicated advocate for youth and equitable practices in the juvenile justice system, to the studio. Currently, John works for the Department of Human Services, where he is deeply involved in what he calls "Trench Work," immersing himself in communities and families to better understand their needs and advoca…

Dana Little, Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric at UVA, chats with Marki and Price about her research in digital literacy and AI, her upcoming book Factional Futures: Understanding the Social Media Genre of Factions, her podcast featuring her digital twin persona/AI mystic Dr. Wu, and plenty more.…

This week, Marki and Price get to know Tristan Kabesa and his inspiring story of coming to the US from the Democratic Republic of Congo. They discuss his experiences growing up helping the less fortunate and continuing into adulthood by founding "Come as You Are" or CAYA.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Marki and Price chat with Tamica Jean-Charles on her journey in journalism, becoming Charlottesville Tomorrow’s education and families reporter, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week, we're chatting with Karita Cunningham, owner of local daycare Rita's Bright Beginnings. We'll discuss the lessons she's learned through her work in childcare, her journey to directing her own center, maintaining a positive attitude, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

On this episode, we talk to Jae King or JAEWAR, a Brooklyn-born, Tidewater Virginia-raised musician, producer, and creative director who is passionate about creating art that transcends cultural divides and brings communities together. He is also the frontman of Jaewar & Vibe Riot.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Join us as we catch up with Erin Flowers, founder and owner of Flowers Playground. We chat about her experience as an entrepreneur, how being a part of the Charlottesville community influenced the development and growth of her business, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week we welcome Tasha Durrett to the Envision Radio studio. Tasha is the founder of Black Women Who Wine and a communications professional at Southern Environmental Law Center. Tune in to hear about her personal experiences in the wine and agritourism industries, her interest in land ownership and its relationship to generational wealth, and m…

Listen to this week's episode as we chat with Jessica Harris of The Equity Center at UVA where she focuses on community-based research. We'll also discuss how she serves her community through Empowered Players and as board president for the Descendants of Enslaved Communities at UVA.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week on Envision Radio we welcome Libby Edwards-Allbaugh back to the studio to chat about her experience as a female entrepreneur in the tax industry as co-owner of The Tax Ladies Inc., in addition to the importance of networking, volunteering, community connections, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

On this episode, we sit down with Monica Quarles to discuss her journey as a professional athlete in the sport of Strong(wo)man, returning to her alma mater to be a school counselor, her private practice, and more!Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week we're welcoming Niya Bates to Envision Radio! Niya lead the research and interpretation of African American Life at Monticello and is currently a PhD Candidate in History & African American Studies at Princeton University.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

On this episode, we're talking to Tamara Wilkerson-Dias, the visionary and founder of Good Soil Education, which helps families and people transform their financial health. She was listed on the Forbes "30 Under 30" list in 2017 and continues her work in financial literacy and resiliency across corporate, nonprofit, and K-12 education sectors.…

This week we're joined by Deric Childress, local catering business owner and Operations Program Manager of The Equity Center at UVA.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Listen as we chat with Jerrod Smith of WillowTree Inc. in addition to his involvement in several capacities regarding our local public school system and education initiatives.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price talks with Jackie Martin, current Director of Community Partnerships and Health Equity at UVA Health, about her journey to her current position and passion for improving health equity.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi welcome Asia Green to the Envision Radio to chat about her experience interning to now working at Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents (PHAR), her goal of creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price chat with Kelli Palmer of WillowTree to discuss her plans to further build diversity, equity, and inclusion at the company, her experience as a lifelong learner, her active engagement within our local community, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi are joined by Chris and Wendy Cooper from Pilgrim Baptist Church to discuss their lives as pastors and their journey to being the first Black-owned Montessori school in Charlottesville serving the 10th & Page and Westhaven neighborhoods.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price welcome Matt Harmon, founder of Harmony Wine, to the studio to discuss his experience becoming a business owner, being named "the voice of Virginia wine," the state of the wine industry, and more!Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi welcome Janasha Bradford to Envision Radio to discuss her "Mahogany and Friends" children's book series, series, winning the 2024 Proclamation Award from the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price welcomes Raylaja Waller to the studio to chat about being a City of Promise alumna and employee, being a mom to a 3-year-old daughter, coaching middle school cheerleading, and her experiences in Charlottesville City Schools as a substitute teacher, instructional assistant and plenty more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price welcomes Richard "Freeman" Allan in the studio to talk about his new book "A History of Racism in Charlottesville - A Journey Toward Understanding" as well as his experiences teaching in high school, operating an international business, being an officer in the Army, hiking the Appalachian trail, co-founding and grant-writing with the Veteran'…

This week, Price is joined by Khadija Hemmati of Khadija's Kitchen in the studio! Listen in to hear them chat about her journey from Afghanistan, the growth of her business, and her resiliency in the aftermath of the recent theft of her food truck.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

This week, Ravi and Price are joined by Clarissa Doutherd in the studio! Clarissa's activism for accessible childcare started around a local need in her hometown in California and has become the largest national movement for this cause. Her resiliency is highlighted in the documentary "Clarissa's Battle," which we'll discuss (and more) in this epis…

Ravi sits down with Brookes Sims, Center Manager of the Virginia Career Works Charlottesville Center, to chat about how her work developing successful workforce placement and career advancement strategies as well as her volunteerism, both of which help empower individuals and her community.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi are joined by Jason Becton, owner and founder of MarieBette Bakery & Cafe, beloved local go-to for warm beverages, pastries, breads, and more. They discuss his journey from advertising to bakery owner, how it feels to be so well-received by the community, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price and Ravi interview Nicole Hawker, owner and founder of Heart and Soul Fitness. They chat about her previous experience in counseling working with families in the foster care system, how she incorporates life-skills coaching in her business, her upcoming event, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price welcomes Syrell Grier and Marquis Rice from the Black Economic Empowerment Society at the University of Virginia for a conversation around equity, entrepreneurship, financial empowerment, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Price chats with Fidel Lainez, owner and founder of Matrax Auto Repair. Fidel shares his story of becoming an entrepreneur, leaving El Salvador during the civil war and living in Mexico, the future of his business, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price sit down with UVA Women’s Basketball Coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton AKA "Coach Mox" to have a conversation about her Nigerian background, becoming the first African-American female head coach for any sport at Missouri State, and managing her professional role as a coach, mentor, and planner and her personal roles as a wife, mom, and mor…

Price welcomes Richard Van Arsdale, or "Van," to the studio to discuss his journey going from "college to jail overnight" for seven felonies, to now being ordained and working as Chaplain in the Good News Jail and Prison Ministry at Albemarle-Charlottesville-Nelson Regional Jail.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price welcome Latesha and Johnell Jones, owners of highly successful local financial firm B.F.S. - Built For Success Financial Services Team, to Envision Radio to talk about founding their own company, gaps in services for people in the Black Community, and how they aim to break "generational curses."…

Ravi sits down with Devin Canaday, founder of multiple businesses including The STEMpreneur, which won the Minority-Business Achievement Award and was a finalist for the US Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year Award. They discuss his work as a certified coach and what it's been like to work with hundreds of clients ranging from company …

Ravi and Price welcome Sam Sanders, Charlottesville City Manager, to the studio this week to discuss his journey to his current role in local government and all things Charlottesville including celebrating Black excellence, affordable housing, current public issues, and more.Af United Way of Greater Charlottesville

Ravi and Price welcome Amber Smith, self-proclaimed “around the way girl” and professional dancer now working as COO of The Bridge Progressive Arts Initiative, to talk about making a career (and money) out of the arts, how art, design and STEM influence everything we do, and her ongoing work with “STEM-preneur” programming, and helping reshape blac…

Price and Ravi chat with local activist Dorenda Johnson, Community Action Board Member and Abundant Life Ministry Board Member, about why she gets involved in community issues, how the racial climate has changed (and not changed) in Charlottesville throughout her life here, her long and storied career at UVA, the mission of the Human Rights Task Fo…

Price hosts Michael Gulley, youth development professional and COO of the Boys & Girls Club of Central Virginia as well as the Achievement Centers for Children & Families, to discuss his experience with youth development programming, the importance of transformative and equitable programs, his goals for his time in his current positions, and of cou…